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Peanut Butter Banana Cookies

Peanut Butter Banana Cookies That Will Steal Your Heart!

Delightful Peanut Butter Banana Cookies that combine nutty peanut butter and the sweetness of ripe bananas. A healthier alternative to traditional cookies.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cups creamy peanut butter natural, stir well before use
  • 0.5 cups white sugar can replace with coconut sugar
  • 0.5 cups brown sugar light or dark, interchangeable
  • 2 large eggs or substitute with flax eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract homemade for extra depth
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour or swap with whole wheat flour
  • 2 cups rolled oats quick oats may alter texture
  • 1 tsp baking soda ensure it's fresh
  • 0.5 tsp salt optional if using salted butter
  • 3 mashed overripe bananas for maximum flavor
  • 1 cups semisweet chocolate chips sub dark chocolate chips if preferred

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • cookie scoop
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Peanut Butter Banana Cookies
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together softened unsalted butter and creamy peanut butter until smooth and fluffy.
  3. Gradually add white sugar and brown sugar, mixing until well combined and light in color.
  4. Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract until the batter is smooth.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, rolled oats, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to wet ingredients.
  6. Gently fold in mashed bananas and chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
  7. Drop rounded tablespoons of cookie dough onto the baking sheet, spaced about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for about 12 minutes, or until edges are lightly browned and centers are set.
  9. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 18mgSodium: 70mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For best results, watch the timing to prevent overbaking, use ripe bananas for enhanced flavor, and feel free to experiment with mix-ins like nuts or cinnamon.

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